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When you delete applications and files from your computer, all kinds of junk gets left behind. Worse yet, hidden traces from your Internet browsing history can expose sensitive data and compromise privacy. A periodic system check up can keep your computer running faster and safer.

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Are those sensitive files you deleted from your PC really gone forever?
Check out the lifecycle of a deleted file infographic and learn what happens after you click delete and how to permanently erase a file.

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